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As of Aug 25, 2026, the average yearly pay for prospect researcher in Chicago, IL is $116,511.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $69,000.00 and $158,600.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a prospect researcher?

A Prospect Researcher is responsible for identifying and evaluating potential donors for a nonprofit or fundraising organization. They gather and analyze data from public records, financial documents, and other sources to assess a prospect's giving capacity and interest. Their research helps fundraisers build strong donor relationships and develop effective fundraising strategies. By providing insights into donor history, wealth indicators, and philanthropic interests, Prospect Researchers play a key role in securing funding for their organization.

What are the daily responsibilities of a prospect researcher?

As a Prospect Researcher, your daily tasks often include conducting in-depth research on individuals, foundations, or corporations to assess their capacity and inclination to give, preparing detailed donor profiles, and updating information in the organization's database. You may also collaborate closely with fundraisers and development officers to identify new fundraising opportunities or prioritize prospects. Balancing multiple projects and maintaining the confidentiality of sensitive information are central to the role. This work directly supports your team’s fundraising efforts, making attention to accuracy and timeliness essential.

What skills and qualifications are needed to be a prospect researcher?

To thrive as a Prospect Researcher, you need strong analytical skills, experience with data analysis, and a background in research or nonprofit fundraising, often supported by a bachelor's degree. Familiarity with prospect research databases (such as WealthEngine, iWave, or DonorSearch) and proficiency in CRM systems are typically required. Attention to detail, discretion, and excellent written communication skills set outstanding researchers apart. These abilities are critical because the role involves identifying and evaluating potential donors to drive successful fundraising strategies and organizational growth.

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Infographic showing various Prospect Researcher job openings in Chicago, IL as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 87% Full Time, and 13% Part Time. Highlights an 75% In-person, and 25% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $116,511 per year, or $56 per hour.

Sr. Manager, Prospect Development - Remote

American Cancer Society

Chicago, IL • Remote

$70K - $80K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Retirement, PTO

Posted 24 days ago

American Cancer Society rating

7.8

Company rating: 7.8 out of 10

Based on 12 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

161st of 781 rated non-profit organizations

Job description

At the American Cancer Society, we'reworking to end cancer as we know it, for everyone.Our employees and 1.3 million volunteersare raising the bar every single day. We are a culture comprised of diverse backgrounds and experience, to better serve our communities.
The people who work at the American Cancer Society focus their diverse talents on our lifesaving mission. It is a calling. And the people who answer it are fulfilled.

This is a fully remote position and can be based anywhere within the U.S.
The Senior Prospect Development Manager, is responsible for oversight and production of an evolving body of sophisticated and sensitive individual prospect research as well as the prospect management process to support an assigned regional and/or enterprise philanthropy team. This position directly impacts whether Philanthropy revenue goals are achieved by providing current, curated donor insight to inform frontline fundraisers' solicitation strategies.

ESSENTIALFUNCTIONS:

  • Conducts thorough research on individuals,utilizinginternal constituent information and data from multiple external research resourcetools; evaluates findings and forms recommendations that inform both front-line fundraisers' solicitation andhigh-levelprospect/donor management strategies -55%;

  • Providesstrategy insights,monitorsfundraising strategy for process and managementcomplianceandmaintainsstrong partnerships with prospect development and assigned fundraising teams-10%;

  • Oversees a balanced portfolio across an assigned team, evaluates new prospects as requested by the Director, Prospect Development,and collaborates with the Prospect Operations team to ensure data hygiene for major gift prospects- 10%;

  • Gathers and analyzes data on priority constituents toidentifynew opportunities and align donor interests with ACS programs and mission - 10%;

  • Verifies gift capacity and biographical details andassistsin obtaining updated contact information for high-priority prospects - 10%;

  • Engages in professional development to remain current on best practices - 5%.

EXPERIENCE/QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Minimum Degree Required:Bachelor's Degree

  • Years of experience:5yearsofexperience inprospectresearch or equivalent field.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITY:

  • Demonstratedexpertisein prospect research technologies, data tools, CRM (Salesforce preferred)and interpretation of complexinformationfrom diverse sources (e.g.,IRS forms, SEC filings, real property resources, biographical data, charitable giving databases, news sites).

  • Strong Analytical, organizational, and communication skills, including excellent verbal and written communication abilities.

  • Proven ability to work in a fast-paced,confidentialandhighly sensitiveenvironment, upholding the APRA Advance Prospect Research standards and Code of Ethics.

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS:

  • Minimal.

PHYSICALREQUIREMENTS:

  • No specific physical requirements

The starting rate is $70,000 to $80,000. The final candidate's relevant experience/skills will be considered before an offer is extended. Actual starting pay will vary based on non-discriminatory factors including, but not limited to, geographic location, experience, skills, specialty, and education.

ACS provides staff a generous paid time off policy; medical, dental, retirement benefits, wellness programs, and professional development programs to enhance staff skills. Further details on our benefits can be found on our careers site at: jobs.cancer.org/benefits. We are a proud equal opportunity employer.

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